Mexico measles 2025- January 2026
Outbreak News
In this newscast, I look at the measles confirmed cases and deaths in Mexico since the beginning of 2025.
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Ethiopia declares end to Marburg virus disease outbreak
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The Ethiopian government has declared the end to the its first-ever outbreak of Marburg virus disease (MVD) on Monday. The completion of enhanced surveillance and the mandatory follow-up period, with no new confirmed cases reported for consecutive 42 days.
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Guinea Worm Disease 2025: Closer than ever to eradication
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In this newscast, I go over the recent encouraging news from the Carter Center concerning global Guinea Worm disease.
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Florida reports 1st local transmission of chikungunya of 2025
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In this newscast, I report on the first locally-transmitted chikungunya case in the state of Florida in 2025 in Miami-Dade County.
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Canada: Haemophilus influenzae type B outbreak in Calgary
Outbreak News
In this newscast, I look at Haemophilus influenzae type B (Hib) following a Facebook post I did about a outbreak among homeless people in Calgary, Alberta, Canada.
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Japan tops 13,000 syphilis cases for the 4th consecutive year
Outbreak News
In this newscast, I report on the latest data on syphilis in Japan in 2025.
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Hantavirus reported in 8 countries in the Americas in 2025
Outbreak News
In this newscast, I look at the recent PAHO numbers concerning hantavirus in the Western Hemisphere.
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Chikungunya across the globe 2025
Outbreak News
In this newscast, I look at the global chikungunya situation in 2025. I also discuss transmission, symptoms and treatment of this mosquito-borne disease.
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Chikungunya in Cuba
Outbreak News
In this newscast, I look at the chikungunya outbreak in Cuba.
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Nipah virus in the News: Bangladesh 2025, Oxford vaccine candidate
Outbreak News
In this newscast, I look at the end of year Nipah virus situation in Bangladesh and the latest developments with the University of Oxford's Nipah virus vaccine candidate.
info_outlineAcanthamoeba keratitis (AK) is a rare but serious eye infection caused by a microscopic parasite called Acanthamoeba. It primarily affects the cornea, the clear front surface of the eye, and can lead to significant pain, inflammation, and potential vision loss. Contact lens wearers are particularly at risk due to improper hygiene practices, but anyone can be affected.
My guest today founded The Acanthamoeba Keratitis (AK) Eye Foundation in 2022.
Joining me today is Juliette Vila Sinclair Spence. Juliette is the Founder & Chairwoman of the Acanthamoeba Keratitis (AK) Eye Foundation.